The opioid epidemic in the country has been worsening at an alarming rate. It is saddening that the number of addicts that die from opioid overdose has also been on the rise. On the bright side, awareness of the problem at hand has also been growing, and many more addicts are seeking help. There are different treatment options for those who seek treatment. The first step to recovery is detoxification. There are several specialists assisting Las Vegas opioid addiction who help many addicts in Las Vegas.
When undergoing the detox, the patient will experience withdrawal symptoms that can span about a week. A person undergoing detox will experience withdrawal symptoms in three distinct stages distinguished by the symptoms they experience and their intensity. Below is some more information on each step. It is worth mentioning that the timeline between each stage does differ depending on the person and the drug used. Stage One: Early Withdrawal
The first withdrawal stage happens between the first six to twelve hours after the patient stops using short-acting opiates such as heroin. If the patient was addicted to long-acting opiates, they would experience the first stage after 30 hours.
At this early stage the patient will experience early withdraw symptoms including;

Sweats
Racing heart
Anxiety
Running nose
Insomnia

They will also be experiencing several psychological symptoms and start tearing up. The patient will also be restless and anxious.
Stage Two: Peak Period
The stage ...